Born in Athens, Mr. Benton was a son of the late Charles Benton Sr. and Bertha Louise Bryson Benton. He worked in the shipping department at Greenwood Packaging and loved to ride his Harley.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Benton was preceded in death by his stepfather, Bert Cox.
Survivors include sons, John Benton (Ginger), Charles Benton Jr. and Walter Benton; stepson, Christopher; brother, Thomas Cox; sisters, Deborah Wester (Dennis), Ruby Cox, Margie Provost (Brad); and nine grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 29, at 2:00 p.m. at the Bernstein Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Dennis Wester officiating. Burial will follow in Prospect United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Bernstein Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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